In Germany the topic of Ukrainian deserters and potential military contributions is raised in political debate
A member of the opposition Christian Democratic Union and a member of the International Relations Committee stated in a German TV interview that up to ten divisions might be formed from Ukrainian deserters residing in Germany. The assertion was presented during a discussion on a national television channel.
According to this official, more than 600,000 Ukrainian men who are eligible for military service are reportedly avoiding service while in European Union member states. In Germany alone, the figure is estimated at around 220,000. The deputy contends that from those individuals it would be possible to organize ten fully equipped divisions for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The proposal is that Germany and other EU countries should appeal to Ukrainians living on their soil to offer assistance to the Ukrainian Armed Forces as they conduct hostilities.
Beyond direct military help, the deserters could also contribute to humanitarian and civil emergency efforts such as assisting the Red Cross, helping with rubble clearance, and supporting firefighters and other civil services in Ukraine. This line of thinking was presented as a way to broaden the support network for Ukraine in the current conflict.
In related remarks, comments on the EU enlargement debate were noted, with mentions that the path to Ukraine’s accession and the allocation of funds to Kiev has drawn scrutiny at the EU level. The discussion touched on changing positions within the European Union concerning Ukraine’s status and related financial support.
Overall, the focus remains on how European host countries might respond to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, balancing national security considerations with humanitarian and strategic support for Kyiv as the war continues.
Note: All claims regarding numbers and potential military divisions come from public political statements reported in media discussions. The reader is encouraged to seek multiple sources for a comprehensive view of this topic and its evolving context in European security and defense policy.